
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (40 Rentals)
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Wade Towers & Garden Apartments

Wade Estates

Kelsey Commons

Van Buren Apartments

71 N Brandywine Ave

2550 Albany St

1102-1108 Barrett St
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1917-1919 Avenue B

Hampshire

Netherlands Village

901 Nott St, Unit 1 Rear, Unit 1 Rear

916 Kings Rd

Sheridan

State and Clinton

762 Eastern Ave
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River House Apartments

1594 Union St

1594 Union St

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1078 Glenwood Blvd, Unit 1078, Unit 1078

1633 Carrie St

Parkside View

118 Jay St

4310-4351 Angela Ct
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Hillside Crossing

148 Clinton St

Willow Heights Apartments

Northside Village

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments

The Foster

Colonial Commons Apartments

2042 Van Vranken Ave.
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Schaffer Heights Senior Apartments

527 Alexander St

Stateside Lofts

418 Division St

Niskayuna Gardens

Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes

Van Antwerp Village Apartments

2224 Crescent Rd
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Outer Schenectady, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Schenectady?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Schenectady Studio Apartments | $916 | $810 | $1,265 |
| Outer Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $910 | $1,990 |
| Outer Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,050 | $3,450 |
| Outer Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $1,510 | $2,445 |
| Outer Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $750 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Outer Schenectady Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Schenectady area of Albany, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Netherlands Village priced from $1,239. Niskayuna Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Outer Schenectady apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom- 975 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Detached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2b | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Schenectady, NY
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Schenectady area is the $0.97 price per square foot 903 N Brandywine Ave Model at 903 N Brandywine Ave, Unit 903 in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Outer Schenectady apartment is the 15 N Jay St Model at 15 N Jay St, Unit 1 starting at $750 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Schenectady apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 903 N Brandywine Ave, Unit 903 | 903 N Brandywine Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 15 N Jay St, Unit 1 | 15 N Jay St | 4BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Niskayuna Gardens | Dalewood 1BR Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Netherlands Village | 1x1 400 Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Schenectady Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Schenectady Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Schenectady Apartment is $1,239 at Netherlands Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Schenectady Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Schenectady is starting from $1,289 at Netherlands Village.
What is the most affordable Outer Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve at Glenville and starts from $2,010.
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